George Crist entered military service after graduating from Villanova University in 1952. During his career he served in all three active Marine Divisions, including service with the FIRST Marine Division in Korea. He retired as a U.S. Marine Corps General.
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Awards Received
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Defense Distinguished Service Medal
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Defense Superior Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Defense Distinguished Service Medal
Under the provisions of Executive Order 11545, July 9, 1970, the Secretary of Defense of the United States of America take pleasure in awarding the Defense Distinguished Service Medal to General George B. Crist, United States Marine Corps, was awarded the Defense Distinguished Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service contributing to national security and defense, in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. The distinctive accomplishments of General Crist reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Marine Corps, and the Department of Defense.
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Defense Superior Service Medal
Under the provisions of Department of Defense 1348.33-M, the Secretary of Defense has awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal to General George B. Crist, United States Marine Corps, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense. The distinctive accomplishments of General Crist reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Marine Corps, and the Department of Defense.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: General George B. Crist, United States Marine Corps, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States.